Honey bees are social insects found all over the world. They are an extremely important beneficial insect because of their role in pollination. Honey bees pollinate more than 100 crops in the U.S.

HABITS

Honey bees are active pollinators, and produce honey which feeds their young in colder months. The honey bee is the only social insect whose colony can survive many years.

HABITAT

Honey bees produce honey from pollen and nectar of the plants they pollinate. They store the honey in honey combs in their nests. They often build their nests in tree crevices, but will occasionally build nests in attics or chimneys.

THREATS

Honey bees do sting, but they only sting once. The sting can be extremely painful if the stinger is not immediately removed from the sting. Persons allergic to insect stings will have a more severe reaction.

PREVENTION TIPS

Honey bee management should be addressed by a professional. Treatment or removal of a honey bee nest and the honey product can be very messy. Because honey bee colonies are so large, only a honey bee pest control professional or experienced beekeeper can safely remove a honey bee nest.